A large group of African American children gather around a sign encouraging people to register to vote (Kheel Center, Cornell University Library)
Segregation, civil rights, history and politics but also clothing, sports and music: these are some of the sections of the collection that you can find on the museum website. The Smithsonian's Magazine also allows you to navigate sections of the building through an interactive tour.
Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the official opening ceremony, which will take place on Saturday 24 in the presence of Barack and Michelle Obama.
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture
“This Museum will tell the American story through the lens of African American history and culture. This is America’s Story and this museum is for all Americans.” Lonnie G. Bunch, III - Founding director, NMAAHC